A group of people in government uniforms showed up outside.The first-in-command of the housing department, Watson Braff, led the group.The person beside him was none other than his brother, the first-in-command of Golden Sands Police Station, Soren Braff!The aura of the two was no less than terrifying.“Director Braff…Cyrus Bierstadt and Samson Lee’s eyes twitched before they sprung out of their chairs to bow.“What brings you two here?“You could’ve just called us! Why even show up on your own?”Watson completely ignored the two before respectfully bowing in front of Harvey York.“Master York! We meet again!“Thank you for your kindness before!“I was being ignorant before!“Please don’t mind me!“I’ll have you ask for your help this time…”Then, Watson took out his car key with horror on his face, afraid that Harvey might reject him.Harvey smiled faintly.“It’s not that I don’t want to help, Director Braff.“I’m being charged for scamming people right now, even
“We brought down Samson Lee and Cyrus Bierstadt, Master York!“Everything they did in the past, all the evidence of their corruption, is enough to put them both behind bars for the rest of their lives!Watson Braff’s high and mighty attitude was replaced by endless respect and politeness.“According to those two filth, Mandy Zimmer seems to be behind all this.”Watson showed a confused expression.Naturally, he already looked into her relationship with Harvey York.Harvey frowned. He did not expect Mandy to be this headstrong to use her connections against Fortune Hall.“Mandy’s just being considerate. She didn’t want you to hurt the neighbors or get into trouble because of your geomancy.“From this perspective, she’s only reporting the situation to the authorities.Watson had no intention of sugarcoating anything.“That was why we didn’t get Mandy to take responsibility. That said, there’ll be people to inform her that the situation’s been done.”Harvey lightly nodded.“Th
The moment Watson Braff put the cloth in his hand, it flew in the air before it turned to powder.Soren Braff was confused when he saw the sight.“What happened, Watson?”Watson looked at his brother before explaining the entire situation from the previous day.He immediately drove home after leaving the hotel…But somehow, he felt extremely tired while he was on the road.He knew that he should not fall asleep then, but his body and eyelids did not cooperate with him.On a bustling street such as the one he was on, it would be easy to think of what would happen if he really did close his eyes.Right as he was about to pass out, a hint of warmth came into his heart before he regained consciousness.But even so, his entire body was filled with cold sweat. He was this close to driving himself into the reservoir.Soren frowned after hearing his brother’s explanation.“This is nothing. Clearly, you just got tired.“It’s not that I want to complain, but you should’ve gotten your
That said, Soren Braff respected his brother so much that he did not say a word about the situation. He calmly looked at Harvey York, waiting to see just what he would do to deal with the matter.“I’ve seen what you can do, Master York!“I would’ve been dead without your help!“My entire family would’ve been buried with me six feet under!Watson Braff was filled with nothing but utter respect toward Harvey.“That said, I’m the only person who touched the car. I’ve never been to a cemetery or touched anything bad either…“I searched around the car but couldn’t find anything…”Harvey waved his hand to cut off Watson.“Let me take a look at the car.”Then, Harvey walked outside before reaching in front of Watson’s Audi A8.It was odd. Watson had gotten into several accidents already, but his car remained completely unscathed.Judging from Harvey’s deduction, the dead air coming from the car would not dissipate until Watson died.Watson and Soren followed over after seeing Harv
“That said, this doesn’t solve everything.“No ordinary person can just do something like this.“You can’t fix this unless you dig up the person behind the incident,” said Harvey York.Harvey had his guesses as to who would go against Watson Braff like this, but he would only speak about it if Watson wanted to.Watson lightly nodded.“I’ll deal with it, Master York!“I’ll think of a way to deal with the root cause…”Watson was filled with confusion when he looked at Harvey.In just a single night, his impression of Harvey completely changed.At first, he thought Harvey was just some con man…But now, he would not even dare think that way.If it were not for Harvey, he would have died a thousand times already.His enemy was extremely ruthless. He had no way to protect himself other than asking someone like Harvey to help.For the sake of his Hermit Family and his own safety, Watson knew that he had to cling to Harvey.Just for the sake of Harvey saving his life, he felt th
“I believe you, but I also believe my family would have the power to fix this!” exclaimed Soren Braff coldly.“Maybe in your eyes, you were the one who turned the tide of my brother’s life!“But for me, you’re clearly harboring ulterior motives!“You better hope that I’m wrong.”Then, Soren gave Harvey York a firm pat on his shoulder.Naturally, he would be able to dislocate any ordinary man’s shoulder with that strength.It was not that he had anything personal against Harvey. He only wanted Harvey to know just how powerful the Braff family actually was.Tap!Soren’s body trembled before he showed utter disbelief.Harvey stood completely still, but Soren felt he had just tapped his hand on a metal plate.The massive shock he felt on his hand trembled all the way to his chest to the point where it made him cough up blood.‘Damn! He’s an expert martial artist!’“I suggest you save some strength, Director Braff.Harvey smiled faintly before he brushed aside Soren’s hand.“I
Right when the siblings were filled with utter disbelief while deciding that they were going to be in Harvey York’s good graces…A huge group of people gathered around Fortune Hall’s gazebo.Cliff Saban handed Harvey a cup of tea with a bright smile.“You’re in luck, Sir York!“With the car, you can do whatever you want in Golden Sands now!”Dariel Jackson showed a faint smile.“I heard that there was a first-in-command who’d visit a geomancy expert every week, broadening his connections in a short amount of time.“I didn’t believe it before, but now I do.“No wonder everyone says that a true geomancy expert is the king of the underworld!”Harvey casually smiled.“Watson Braff and I are just friends. That’s a little exaggerated, don’t you think?“It’s fine when we talk about this now, but make sure the talk stays here.”Thomas Burton leaned over with an impressed look on his face.“You don’t know the Braff family, Sir York?“They’re one of the Hermit Families we’re talkin
“Simply put, if we’re talking about finances…“The Pagan family, the Robbins family, and the Jackson family had riches in different ways that could rival countries.“If we’re talking authority…“The Bolton family and the Gibson family are like the city’s great protectors! With them around, nobody would dare do anything to threaten the city!“That said, the one true powerhouse is still the Braff family!“The family is filled with extraordinary talent!“Watson Braff’s grandfather, father, and eldest brother were first-in-commands of the city before!“Two of the elders have already retired, but their influence on the government is still immense.“Watson’s brother was also just transferred to a higher position in Wolsing.“As for Watson and Soren Braff, you don’t need me to explain them anymore.“Other than that, countless people from the family also have important roles to play within the government!“Safe to say that the government of the city belongs to them!“That said, the
Isis's expression instantly darkened. Harvey's earlier decisiveness had already made her understand that Harvey would pull the trigger."Bend the knee, apologize, and make your vow," Harvey ordered calmly. "I'm growing impatient. Three, two, one…"Without giving Drake a chance to speak, Harvey pulled the trigger again.Clack!The fourth time. It was still a dry fire.Isis's mind was completely blank, and she was blinded momentarily. While she always looked like someone high-and-mighty, she felt like she was nothing in front of everything Harvey had been doing. She thought that she could easily lose her life.Drake was so scared that he was shuddering.While it was still a dry fire, the next time he pulled the trigger, there was a 50% chance of it being a bullet. No matter who Harvey pointed the gun at, that person would have a 50% chance of going to hell."My, they always said that those who are kind live short lives while those who are problematic live a very long life. I didn
"You're threatening me?" Harvey patted Drake's cheek. "I know you must be very haughty, but the problem is that you're right in my hands tonight. Do you think threatening me like that is going to help you? Do you actually think I wouldn't dare to pull that trigger after you threatened me?"I've killed people like you for a dime a dozen. Nothing happened to me anyway. Why am I still standing perfectly fine here? At the root of it, it's because people like you are useless!"Harvey continued in high spirits, "Hey, Drake. Do you want to make a bet? Let's bet that no matter how headstrong you are, you're going to kneel on the ground and beg me to spare your life."Drake coldly replied, "And what's the wager? Your life?"Harvey blurted out a laugh. "No, you're not nearly valuable enough to make me wager my life. But, if you don't beg me until the very end, I can agree to any of your conditions.""Fine. At the time, I'll make you kill yourself!" Drake said as he gritted his teeth. "We'll
"You're that lucky?" Harvey said, his shock palpable on his face. "Alright, one more time."This time, Drake raised his left hand to block the gun's muzzle using all his strength. He believed that if this continued, even if he would not die from a bullet, he would die from the fear alone. "You're scared?" Harvey looked at Drake curiously. "Aren't you the Madman? Aren't you the third in Wolsing out of all the Young Masters? Why are you so afraid of dying? You're so arrogant while harassing my girlfriend. Why are you such a piece of trash now, huh?" Harvey patted Drake's face disdainfully.In that instant, there was only silence. No one expected this man who called himself Journi's boyfriend to be so big-headed. Not only did he dare to threaten Drake, he really wanted to kill Drake. Was he not afraid the Wards of the Northern Land would show him no mercy?But of course, to someone like Journi, while she was surprised, she was mainly touched. She was certain someone like Harvey would
And then, Harvey waved his left hand. The moment when Drake was stunned, the revolver then dropped into Harvey's hand.Once Harvey had obtained the revolver, he spun the cylinder, unlocked the safety, and pointed the revolver around. All the people who were so smug earlier started to scream and tried to find places to hide after being shocked.Harvey's play with the revolver made it obvious that he would discharge it accidentally.Even Isis, who had always been so high-and-mighty, had her expression darkened for a while and hid behind a marble column subconsciously. He who has nothing to lose has nothing to fear. Harvey looked like he had nothing to lose at all.That was why the foreigners all believed that if they were killed by Harvey, even if Harvey was willing to die for his mistake, it was still something they could not accept. After forcing the group away, Harvey then pointed the revolver at Drake's head.Drake's eyes turned cold. "Who are you, kid? Do you think this is som
In the end, Journi took a deep breath and buried all her helplessness and fury deeper into her heart. Then, she slowly said, "You must be joking, Ms. Isis. You are the daughter of the Sherril Corp from Country A. No matter how bold I am, I wouldn't dare to cross you. However, I simply wish for you to show some mercy…"To thank you, I'm willing to give you some of the assets in Country A I owe you for free as my gift. I believe you won't make it difficult for me, right?"Journi thought she had already lowered herself to the point that she was practically begging Isis to show her mercy. At this point, she even felt that she was giving up. She even forgot that she had Harvey pretend to be her boyfriend.Harvey was pleased, however. Instead of using an excuse like having a boyfriend, she was willing to accept other conditions in exchange for her freedom. This was a sign that she was maturing."Tsk… Assets from Country A? The few mansions you bought on the West Coast?" Isis lit a cigare
Journi ignored Drake, who was threatening her, and simply stared at Isis. "Isis, we're all part of the elite society. In this community, there are rules for everything. If I'm willing, you can do whatever you want. If I'm willing, I hope you can show me some respect so we can all preserve our dignity."Slap!Isis suddenly stood up and slapped Journi's face. "You little witch! Do you think your dignity is worth anything here? Do you think I need to preserve my dignity? Are you stupid? Not even your father has the right to speak to me like this, and you most definitely don't."The sudden slap stunned Journi. Finally, she managed to compose herself, gritted her teeth, and said, "Isis, are you trying to fight me until the end?"Isis made a hand gesture when she heard that voice. Instantly, dozens of brutal mutants came near. Each of them looked at Journi with a cold expression."Until the end, you say?" sighed Isis as she shook her head. "Unfortunately, that's not going to happen. You
Harvey's expression was becoming even colder. He had a new understanding about the "Madman", the third Young Master of Wolsing. If he was willing to humiliate a woman like that, it meant that he was not of good character."Alright, Drake. I told you not to provoke my Journi. Why are you still threatening her? Aren't you just making things hard for me?" Isis retorted, and then she looked at Journi with heartache. "I'm so sorry, Journi. He's only doing this for our future. No matter what, I owe you an apology on his behalf. Please don't keep this against him. Come, clean your face a little."And then, Isis picked up the towel she had used before and threw it in front of Journi. Journi narrowed her eyes, as if she wanted to commit. However, she managed to suppress everything in the end. She had to remind herself she had other objectives for appearing here today.Regardless, she had to see if she could succeed.Journi slowly stood up, narrowed her eyes, and looked at Isis. "Thank you."
Drake shrugged nonchalantly and said to Journi, "I don't care whether you want to kneel, but you know my nickname well."As they spoke, Drake's right finger was already starting to pull the trigger.Journi gritted her teeth, but in the end, she slowly bent the knee. Harvey was stunned as he was going to make his move. There was surprise in his eyes. All these men and women from high society had their own pride. He did not expect her to be able to be so flexible in a time like this. She deserved his praise!"Tsk. Aren't you a princess? Aren't you always prideful? Don't they call you a goddess?" Drake looked at Journi disdainfully when he saw her kneel. He patted Journi's hand with a sneer. "You've always despised me, haven't you? Why are you kneeling before me now?"If it isn't because Ms. Isis desired you, do you think I'll let you kneel here? You're just a daughter from some second-rate top family. You think you're untouchable, and you want to go against us? Do you think you're an
Hearing Drake's words, Journi coldly said, "Drake, are you stupid? Do you know who you are? Are you threatening me? Ruin my face, then. Show me if you can actually bear the consequences of your action!"Journi was quite fearless. Besides Harvey being right next to her, it was also because Journi was sure Drake would not dare to do anything to her. She was a member of the Stanton family, after all. While the Stanton family was not one of the top ten families or one of the five hidden families, they were still one of the top families.If they butted heads and went all out, it would never end well for both sides."Ha! Don't think I didn't know Emery is no longer interested in you," Drake waved his hand, and four brawny men walked out, their eyes locked on Harvey and Journi."I gave you some respect in the past because Emery wanted you, so I did it for his sake. Do you really think you mean anything? And now? Who do you think you are? So what if I tell you to kneel and call her Queen?